Active learning strategies improve student achievement. Plus: teaching debate in elementary school

Students Think Lectures Are Best, But Research Suggests They're Wrong; 60-Second Strategy: Traverse Talk; The Power of Positive Communication |

View Online November 6, 2019 Credit: John Hersey / The iSpot Students Think Lectures Are Best, But Research Suggests They're Wrong A study reveals students prefer low-effort learning strategies—like listening to lectures—despite doing better with active learning. Credit: George Lucas Educational Foundation 60-Second Strategy: Traverse Talk This fun classroom activity helps students find their voice by teaching the basics of debate in an accessible way. Credit: Chris Gash / The iSpot The Power of Positive Communication Setting a goal of positive contact with every student's family helped a middle school teacher deepen relationships and boost her own morale. Credit: recep-bg / iStock Creating a Learning Environment Where All Kids Feel Valued A five-step exercise on identity and belonging helps middle school students appreciate differences—in themselves and in their peers. Credit: Roy Scott / Ikon Images / Alamy Images Teaching Isn't a Personality Contest One way to become an exceptional teacher is to focus less on traits like humor and charisma and more on self-awareness and interactions with students. Don't Miss The Role of Emotion Co-Regulation in Discipline Why Recess Should Never Be Withheld as Punishment An Engaging Word Game Helps Students Grasp Implicit Bias Research Zeroes In on a Barrier to Reading (Plus, Tips for Teachers) What Productive Talk Looks Like in the Elementary Grades FOLLOW EDUTOPIA         ABOUT   •   PRIVACY   •   CONTACT To ensure delivery of Edutopia's Weekly Enews, please add news@edutopia.org to your address book. You can always unsubscribe.   © 2019 George Lucas Educational Foundation PO Box 3494, San Rafael, CA 94912

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